Oerlikon vs Witikon

Comparing two Zurich neighborhoods side by side

OerlikonWitikon
Rent (3.5-room)CHF 1,650CHF 1,900
Safety7/109.5/10
Noise55 dB40 dB
Commute to HB11 min25 min
Green space4.5/109/10
Air quality6/109.5/10
The verdict
Choose Oerlikon if it's CHF 250 cheaper per month, the commute to HB is 14 min shorter — more central and connected, there's a denser restaurant scene.
Choose Witikon if it's noticeably quieter (40 vs 55 dB), it scores higher on safety (9.5 vs 7/10), it has better green-space access (9 vs 4.5/10).
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